Budget Foundations: Essence Pure Nude & CATRICE Even Skin Tone

If you’re looking for a new cost-friendly foundation then I might have what you’re looking for. Over the last few months I’ve been trying out a couple of foundations that I wouldn’t regularly purchase as my current go-to MAC foundation has become incredibly expensive now!

Essence and CATRICE are definitely high up on my list of makeup brands that are not only affordable, but quality as well. If you haven’t noticed by now most of my posts revolve around these 2 brands and each offer their own unique products. Essence offers more bright and fun colors for the younger market whereas CATRICE offers a more mature and sophisticated range of products.

I tried out a foundation from both Essence and CATRICE – The Essence (no makeup feel) Pure Nude Foundation as well as the CATRICE Even Skin Tone Foundation and both gave very different results.

Essence Pure Nude Foundation – R69.95

If you’re looking for a maximum coverage foundation, then this one is definitely not for you. The “no makeup feel” sticker on the bottle holds true and it’s a very light coverage. I actually know of quite a few people that hate wearing foundation as they feel that their makeup is “caked on”, then this is the foundation for you.

The consistency is VERY runny and you’re left with dewy fresh looking skin. I’d even go as far as to say that it would be similar to a BB Cream. So if you hate wearing foundation but really need to, then make sure you pick this one up.

CATRICE Even Skin Tone Foundation – R132.95

I started using this foundation when I couldn’t afford to buy my MAC Studio Fix foundation and I must say that this foundation really stepped up to the plate! I’d rate the coverage about 7/10 which is quite good. Used together with an equally good concealer and you’re all set to go with high coverage.

The consistency is nice and thick which contributes to a good coverage foundation and I’m currently using it as my day-to-day foundation. The only thing I’d wish for in this product is that there would be a few more shades to choose from as the one I have is just a fraction too light. I usually fix this up with a bit of bronzer so no big deal…

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My name is Tarryn and I'm a beauty blogger living in London. I created this tiny space on the web because my Facebook friends got tired of me posting makeup on my profile. Obsessed with any unicorn and mermaid inspired makeup. Sunsets are my favourite colour.